Optical mouse having an integrated camera

摘要

The present invention provides an apparatus for capturing images and for manipulating a cursor. The apparatus can be used for operation in a first mode and a second mode. The apparatus includes an opto-electronic mechanism that is provided for receiving image signals. The apparatus also has a user-selectable trigger that allows a user to assert or de-assert a mode signal that determines whether operation is desired in the first mode or the second mode. The apparatus has a controller that is coupled to the opto-electronic mechanism and user-selectable trigger for receiving the mode signal. When operation is in the first mode, the received image signals are processed and used to control movement of a cursor on a screen or display. When operation is in the second mode, the received image signals are processed and displayed as video images on a PC.